Trump's Al Smith Dinner Speech Sparks Fox Controversy

Former President Donald Trump claimed that Fox News employees helped him write jokes for the annual Al Smith Dinner, although Fox News has denied any such involvement. Trump made these remarks during an appearance on 'Fox & Friends,' leading to controversy as Fox is regarded as a news organization, raising questions about journalistic ethics. This incident follows a pattern where politicians have enlisted media figures for speechwriting, though it is uncommon for a news outlet to be directly involved. Trump, who is curtailing his public appearances as the election nears, delivered jokes targeting political figures like Vice President Kamala Harris. The event highlighted Trump's ongoing relationship with Fox, amidst his numerous interviews with the network and interactions with its executives, including Rupert Murdoch.